Schultz Pots Lone Goal For Edmonton

03/01/2015 04:44Oilers' Schultz Scores Fifth Goal In Loss
Schultz scored his fifth goal of the season and recorded a game-high six shots on goal in Saturday's loss to the Blues.It was just his second goal in 28 games and his second point in 12 games. While he averages 22:07 of ice time and plays on the top power-play season, Schultz has been too inconsistent this season to be trusted in shallow leagues. The potential is there, but Schultz might be hard-pressed to even reach 30 points this season.

Justin Schultz was been a bit of a disappointment for the Oilers last season, but that came as no surprise -- the grind of an 82-game schedule drained the poor guy (his longest college season was half that long). He struggled alongside Andrew Ference last season, so watch for the team to try him with Nikita Nikitin both at even-strength and on the top power-play unit. And with the Oilers' wealth of offensive talent, Schultz is sure to put up points. While he's a risk as your top defender, Schultz should deliver top-30 numbers. And that should make him worthy as your third defender. (Updated 8/13/14)